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Lake Rotoiti Community News
30 September 2019
Lake Rotoiti School News
Kia ora whanau
Welcome to the last week of term, the kura has been bustling with activity for the past few weeks.
Garden Kaitiaki In the Tui class tamariki have been engaged in plant growth experiments, to better understand what helps plants grow. As the plants have grown, we have gained insight into how the different sections of a plant develop along with what conditions support plant growth. We hope to use this information to better protect and support our native flora and fauna around the kura and the community.
Cross country Two weeks ago, the tamariki took part in a cross-country at Wairau valley school, prior to this we had been training hard and setting personal goals. It was great to see all the tamariki taking part, trying their hardest and representing our kura. Tēnā rawa (thank you very much) to Wairau Valley School for hosting us and making us feel welcome.
Deadline for next issue: Friday 11 October 2019
Please send your newsletter items to: [email protected]
This newsletter was produced with the help of the Rotoiti District Community Council, Department of Conservation and Mark & Tania Gill.
You can download a copy of previous newsletters from www.lakerotoiti.school.nz/newsletters
Coming up
Saturday 5 October
7:00pm DOC meeting
room.
Fran Andrews Volunteering in Papua New
Guinea
Saturday 19 October
7:00pm DOC meeting
room
Guy McDonald ‘A Ranger in
the Auckland Islands’
More info –Julie Robilliard
03 521 1874 or
Tracey Grose 021 475 514
Thursday 31 October
1000am DOC meeting room
Kiwi Conservation Month
morning tea
2 November
6.30 pm at Nicholls farm Fireworks Sue & Ali Nicholls 521
1110 or [email protected]
29 Nov to 1 Dec
Marahau
Community weekend Sue & Ali Nicholls 521
1110 or [email protected]
Photos: dandelion clock
and fungi – Rachel
Lamborn
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Solander ski races Last week, some of our ski enthusiasts took part in the Solander ski races in which our teams competed against other schools and teams. This was a great opportunity to show off all that they have learnt throughout the term. It was great to see the tamariki taking part, especially those who had their first ever ski experience at the start of the term.
Once again, many thanks to Jo and Sam for helping us to get prepared for the races.
Leadership awards Every second Friday we hold assemblies during which we celebrate the achievements of our tamariki. We also award students that strive to actively uphold the school values of P.R.I.D.E. Last week’s awards were given to Teilo, Max, Cadeyrn, Shaun, Anika, Caitlyn, Nihalii and Bonnie.
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Rotoiti Community Phone Directory
Available from the St Arnaud Alpine Village Store
Cost - Donation or $2
Thanks to Jan McConochie and Sheri Robinson-Lee for compiling the list on behalf of Rotoiti Community District Council.
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UPCOMING TALKS
Saturday 5 October 2019 7:00pm (DOC meeting room)
Fran Andrews – Volunteering in Papua New Guinea
Saturday 19 October 2019 7:00pm (DOC Meeting Room)
Guy McDonald – ‘Rangering’ in the Auckland Islands
Have you had a recent adventure or been somewhere interesting, exotic, scary or off the
beaten track, and are willing to give a short talk (45 mins) with photos?
Contact
• Julie Robilliard 03 521 1874 or [email protected] or
• Tracey Grose 021 475 514 or [email protected] for more information.
Everyone welcome
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BADMINTON
Badminton has finished for the season
and will return when daylight saving
ends.
Thanks to all who came.
Have a great summer!!
Ed and Nicky Shaw
BOOK LAUNCH
Kauri:Witness to a Nations History
Joanna Orwin launched the revised edition
of her book (which includes a chapter on the Kauri die back disease) in Christchurch.
“This remarkable tree which grows up to 50m with trunk
diameters of over 5m can live for over 1000 years, so it
has played a part in the lives of all inhabitants, celebrated
in Maori Myth and integral to early colonial history.”
Joanna will be in St Arnaud from 22
September for six weeks.
Joanna has ordered a box of books to bring with her and can offer them to you @ $35 a
copy – that’s 20% discount.
Signed if you want.
If anyone is interested, please text 021 0220
6327 or call at 3 Summit St, St Arnaud.
Payment cash please
FOR SALE
Samsung 32" flat screen TV. Includes remote control and stand. $40 Samsung 40" flat screen TV with remote and stand. $70 Freeview Box with remote and cables. $40
Phone Brent 021 706 440
Proposed Amendments to the Speed Limits Bylaw
Tasman District Council is currently reviewing some speed limits within its Speed Limit Bylaw and is undertaking public consultation as required by the Land Transport Rule Setting of Speed Limits 2017. We welcome your feedback.
The focus of the proposed changes is:
• addressing inconsistencies in the current speed
limits;
• responding to growth and development which is
changing the nature and use of some roads (for
example rural residential developments); and
• reducing the severity of crashes on some roads
which have a poor safety record and where the
current speed limit is not safe or appropriate.
More information, including the complete list of
proposed changes to speed limits will be
available at www.tasman.govt.nz/feedback from
Monday 23 September 2019.
The last day to provide your feedback is
Friday 1 November 2019.
Ngā mihi Megan
Megan Bell
Technical Officer - Transportation (Road Safety Liaison)
DDI 03 543 8551 | [email protected]
Private Bag 4, Richmond 7050, NZ
Community Weekend
Marahau
Fri 29 Nov to Sun 1 Dec 2019
Family fun weekend for all the community.
Beach, sun, fun, food, friends repeat!!!!
All welcome.
More information contact Sue & Ali Nicholls 521 1110 or [email protected]
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ROTOITI DISTRICT COMMUNITY
COUNCIL
The previous meeting was held on 28 August 2019 and the following topics were covered:
1. Update from Department of Conservation: Kerr Bay campground facilities upgrade to commence in September and take approximately 8 weeks. West Bay campground will be opened during this time with Kerr Bay closing for the works. Glenhope refurbishment is underway and there is an intention for an open day in the future. Wilding Conifer work is due to commence late September and the kaka dispersion programme is underway.
2. The firebreak at the southern end of the village is underway.
3. Update from Rotoiti Lodge on the upgrade. To date have received $500-600,000 in donations, with only $200,000 - $250,000 left to be in a position to full complete the upgrade. Thank you to all who have contributed in time and/or monetary.
4. St Arnaud phone list has been updated and is available from the shop for $2 with donations going towards recovery of costs.
5. Currently looking into possibility of upgrading the tennis court.
6. Elections are underway with voting papers being sent out on 20 September, with voting completed on Saturday 12 October at midday.
7. Update from Murchison Police - concern of a number of break ins in the village and damage to vehicles up Mt Robert car park. Discussion regarding installations of security cameras.
8. Jansons Bridge (Motueka River) is not an easy repair due to the design of the current bridge and the requirement to ensure that the bridge meets current safety standards.
9. Soldiers Memorial is underway and the plaque being organised.
10. Welcome to St Arnaud sign on the south side of the village is underway.
The next meeting will be held at 7.15pm on Wednesday 30th October, at the DOC Meeting Room. Please send through any agenda items to [email protected] by 17th October. Please feel free to join us as all are welcome.
BE GET STAY
Regular activities in and around St Arnaud
“Circuit Breakers” exercise group
Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10 am,
Community Hall
All welcome, gold coin donation
Gael 0272804078,
Seido-Karate
Community Hall
Tuesday 6pm - kids & beginners
Thursday 6 pm – General Class
Toni Calman 03 5390681. Gold coin donation
Yoga – all levels Alpine Yoga and massage Ashton 022 525 7871
Craft Group Thursday 1pm – 3.30 pm Bring your crafts and share with others Jane McConochie 5211844
Te Reo (Maori Language) Thursday 7 pm Lake Rotoiti School staff room Sue Ford [email protected]
Alpine Flash Mob (social singing group) Meet last Monday of each month at Wendy Bolitho’s, 19 Toutowai Place, St Arnaud. Contact Jan Thomson 521 1999 or [email protected].
Village Trapping Group – Friends of Rotoiti Meets every second Wednesday. DOC meeting room, 10.00am to 11.30 approx. Cuppa afterwards. Contact Pip Berkett 27 521 1130 or Julie Robilliard 521 1874
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Programme 10.00 Doors close for judging exhibits (doors open for
staging at 9.30am) Judging of Animal Classes 11.00 Kids side shows 12.00 Shared BBQ lunch – please bring meat, a salad
to share, plates and cutlery! 1.00 Swimming (actively supervised by parents) 2.00 Tug of War – East V West 2.30 A surprise visitor 3.00 Afternoon tea, raffle draw etc.
Field Day Classes
Children will be put into groups according to their year for judging in all classes:
Group 1 – Year 1 & 2 Group 2 – Year 3 & 4 Group 3 – Year 5 & 6 Group 4 – Year 7 & 8 Group 5 – Adult
Animal Classes (for years 1-8)
• Calf
• Lamb/Goat
• Poultry
• Dog
• Rabbit or Guinea Pig
• Other small pet
• My pets got talent – wow the judges with your
pet’s skills, talents or tricks
• Fancy dress pet
NB: Children will be interviewed by the judges on their pet; health, care, feeding, training etc.
Art/Craft Classes (years 1-8)
• Craft – bird feeder - to be done at home
• Installation – to be done at school
• Colouring – to be done at home, supplied by
Field Day Committee
• Vegetable novelty - to be done at school on
Friday 22nd November
• Art – sunflowers by Van Gough to be done at
school – the kids to paint/re-create this
Photography (to be done at home)
• Group 1 – My favourite dinner
• Group 2 – Wacky hairstyle
• Group 3 – Family portrait
• Group 4 – On a lazy Saturday afternoon
• Group 5 – Wisdom
Cooking (to be done at home)
• Group 1 – Pikelets
• Group 2 – Cupcakes
• Group 3 – Biscuits
• Group 4 – Gingerbread house
• Group 5 – Homemade savouries
Please remember – items in the cooking classes will be consumed for afternoon tea!
Please note: all entries must be the child’s own work (ie. not that of an adult) and all pets/livestock must belong to the child/family.
Also, do not put your child’s name on any entry – you will be given a code letter on the day for your child to identify their entries (judges must not know which child has done each entry).
All children in years 1-8 in the community are welcome to join in on Field Day. If you wish for your child to be included and they aren’t at Lake Rotoiti School, please call Janine on 5211003 and she will make sure you have everything you need. If you have preschool aged children and think you might come along to Field Day, please get in touch also so we can make sure your child is not left out of the Santa presents.
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CONTRIBUTING TO THE NEWSLETTER
Please send your contributions in the following formats: - Advertising and notices sized to fit
the newsletter columns. Accepted formats: MSWord, PDF or JPG.
- Full page ads incur a fee - $30 (b&w) or $70 (colour). This is a contribution towards photocopying costs. Please pay at the Rotoiti/Nelson Lakes Visitor Centre.
- Articles: plain text submitted in MS Word format, or in the body of an email.
- Photos: JPG files up to 5MB, attached to an email (not embedded in text).
Contact: [email protected]
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